Vine Hill House Wedding

Vine Hill House is nestled in the charming town of Sebastopol, surrounded by vineyards, gardens, and a redwood grove that feels larger than life until you’re standing in it.

The property has been in Dan’s family since the 1930s. He grew up in the house on the property alongside his three sisters, and over time, the land evolved into what it is today: a place where people gather to celebrate life’s greatest moments.

Weddings have been hosted at Vine Hill House since 2000. The vineyard followed shortly after, planted in 2002, with its first vintage in 2006. By 2008, couples were drinking wine grown on the same land they were married on.

It’s the kind of place where history isn’t staged. It’s just there.

Jordan, who plans most of the weddings here, shared a few things about the property:

Vine Hill House wedding venue: Quick facts

Location: Sebastopol, California (Sonoma County / Russian River Valley)
Venue Type: Outdoor garden estate + vineyard property
Guest Capacity: Up to 200 guests (outdoor events)
Best For: Full wedding days with outdoor ceremony + reception

Ceremony Options:

• Redwood grove

• Garden ceremony space

• Lawn with vineyard + valley views

Reception Style: Outdoor dining under string lights, open-air dancing

Planning Support: In-house coordination + event planning included

Catering: Required from preferred vendor list
Alcohol: BYO (no corkage; wine sourced partially from O’Connell Vineyards)

Amenities Included:

• Tables, chairs, cocktail tables, dance floor

• Market lighting + landscape lighting

• Patio heaters

• Full prep kitchen for caterers

• On-site parking + ADA restrooms

• Guest house access during event

Event Time: 6 hours included (+ additional time available)
Season: April – November

Rain Plan: Seasonal tent (spring + fall)

Typical Booking Window: 8–18 months in advance

The vision for Vine HIll House

The grounds are well kept, but not overly controlled. Lawns, flower gardens, clusters of redwoods and firs, and then suddenly a wide, open view stretching across the valley toward Mount St. Helena.

It’s incredibly beautiful any time of day, and no wonder why it’s the perfect location for weddings in Sonoma county.

“The property was originally purchased by Dan’s family in the 30s. He grew up here with his three sisters. We later converted it into an event space in 2000. The vineyard came shortly after — planted in 2002 — and the first vintage was served to wedding couples in 2008. The rest is history.”

What Makes Vine Hill House Different

One of the things that sets Vine Hill House apart from other venues in Sonoma County (aside from it’s spectacular views) is how much is handled in-house.

They offer planning and coordination services, which allows the day to move more seamlessly from start to finish. There’s also more flexibility than many venues in the area when it comes to alcohol and event timing, which is a significant advantage.

The largest benefit of Vine Hill House’s planning and coordination services is a day that feels less restricted and more fluid.

“We offer in-house coordinating and planning, along with allowing alcohol and a later event time. Not a lot of venues in Sonoma County can do that.”

Ceremony Locations at Vine Hill House

There are a handful of locations on the property that naturally lend themselves to different parts of the day. Most often, ceremonies take place under the redwood grove and it’s easy to see why.

Ceremony locations:

1. Redwood grove. This is the most immersive location on the property - quiet, shaded, and slightly removed from everything else.

2. Gardens. The garden space opens up more and is surrounded by flowers, with vineyard views just beyond.

3. Lawn. With views stretching to the horizon, the scale of the landscape becomes part of the ceremony itself.

What is your personal favorite location on the property?

“The porch. It’s magical.”

What a Wedding Day Feels Like Here

The day starts early.

Around 8 AM, the couple arrives with their people and settles into the house for hair and makeup. The rest of the day steadily increases in activity from there.

Guests arrive in the late afternoon, usually between 3 and 4 PM depending on the season with the ceremony to follow shortly after.

Cocktail hour begins around 5. Dinner settles in around 6. Dancing starts as the light drops off, around 8 PM.

What does a typical wedding timeline
look like?

“Rehearsal the day before. The bride and her friends arrive around 8 AM for hair and makeup. The groom arrives mid-day. Guest arrival is between 3–4 PM, ceremony around 3:30–4:30 PM, cocktail hour around 5 PM, dinner around 6, and dancing around 8 PM.”

Guest Count, Capacity, and Flow

Vine Hill House accommodates up to 200 guests outdoors for ceremonies, cocktails, and receptions.

Everything happens outside, which if you love the outdoors, this is the perfect venue to host all your nearest and dearest while still being close to nature.

The property is thoughtfully planned and arranged to host the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner through different areas without feeling disconnected.

Amenities & What’s Included

This is where the Vine Hill House truly shines and does more of the heavy lifting than a traditional wedding venue.

Included with the space:

• Dining tables, cocktail tables, chairs, and a dance floor

• Full prep kitchen for catering

• Market lighting, landscape lighting, and heaters

• Setup and teardown handled by the venue

• On-site coordination and day-of assistance

• Parking staff and ADA-accessible restrooms

There’s also a guest house on site that’s available throughout the day, which becomes a natural anchor point for getting ready and regrouping.

Food, Alcohol, and Policies

Catering is selected from a preferred vendor list, with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and often incorporating produce from the surrounding vineyards and orchards.

Alcohol isBYO, with no corkage fees, though a portion of the wine served is typically sourced from O’Connell Vineyards.

Music is allowed both indoors and outdoors, with some volume considerations.

Weather & Seasonal Considerations

The wedding season runs from April through November, which covers most of Sonoma County’s most stable weather.

For spring and fall, a tent is installed on the property (April through early June, and again September through November). This allows the day to continue smoothly regardless of conditions, without losing the feeling of being connected to the outdoors.

It’s positioned beside the house and works as a built-in contingency without feeling like one.

What happens if the weather doesn’t cooperate?

“We tent an area to the left of the house from April through the first weekend of June. The tent comes down for summer and goes back up September through November.”

When to Get Married at Vine Hill House

The wedding season at Vine Hill House runs from April through November, with peak demand falling within those months.

Couples typically book their dates anywhere from 8 months to a year and a half in advance, especially for popular times of year.

Do you have a favorite moment from a wedding here?

“One that stands out is a couple who did their baby’s gender reveal during their cake cutting. It was a very special moment for both sides of the family.”

What Vine Hill House Is Meant to Feel Like

When I asked Jordan and Dan what they hope couples experience here, the answer is simple.

To feel surrounded by the people they chose to be there, by the landscape, and by the moment itself.

It’s rare to have everyone you know in one place at one time.

This is a place built for that.

What do you hope couples feel when they get married here?

“We hope they feel surrounded by the love of everyone they invited… it’s hard to get everyone you know in one place at once. We love showing people the beauty of West Sonoma County.”

FAQ: Vine Hill House Weddings

Where is Vine Hill House located?

Vine Hill House is located in Sebastopol, California, in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. It’s surrounded by vineyards, apple orchards, and rolling hills, with views stretching toward Mount St. Helena.

How many guests can Vine Hill House accommodate?

Vine Hill House can accommodate up to 200 guests for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions.

What is included when you book Vine Hill House?

Venue rentals typically include tables, chairs, cocktail tables, a dance floor, market lighting, patio heaters, a full prep kitchen for catering, on-site coordination, parking, and access to the guest house during the event.

Does Vine Hill House have a rain plan?

Yes. A tented area is installed on the property during the spring and fall months (April through early June, and September through November) to accommodate weather changes.

What months are best for a wedding at Vine Hill House?

The primary wedding season runs from April through November, with fall being especially popular due to harvest season and vineyard color.

Is Vine Hill House an indoor or outdoor venue?

Weddings at Vine Hill House are primarily held outdoors, with multiple ceremony and reception locations across the property.

Does Vine Hill House allow outside alcohol?

Yes. Vine Hill House allows BYO alcohol with no corkage fee, though a portion of the wine served is typically sourced from O’Connell Vineyards.

How far in advance should we book Vine Hill House?

Most couples book their date between 8 months and 1.5 years in advance, especially for peak season dates.

Does Vine Hill House provide wedding planning support?

Yes. The venue offers in-house coordination and planning services to help guide the event from start to finish.

What makes Vine Hill House unique compared to other Sonoma wedding venues?

Vine Hill House combines vineyard views, garden spaces, and a redwood grove with in-house planning and flexible policies around alcohol and event timing — something not all Sonoma venues offer.

Booking Vine Hill House for Your Wedding

Vine Hill House is one of those places that balances beauty with usability, which is harder to find than it sounds.

If you’re planning a wedding in Sonoma County, it’s worth a very close look. Photographing Paxtyn and Ian’s wedding here felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and it’s one I want for you.

You can inquire directly through Vine Hill House’s website for availability and pricing.

And if you’re getting married here and want me to photograph it, I’d love to hear from you.

Inquire here and let’s make it happen.